RealSearch welcomes Hayden Groves as our Founding Advisor

 
We are excited to announce that Hayden Groves, a renowned industry leader and past President of the Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA), has accepted an invitation to join RealSearch as our Founding Advisor.

Hayden brings decades of experience, integrity, and unparalleled insight into the real estate industry to our team. His guidance will be instrumental in shaping a future where innovation and trust redefine the Australian property sector.

This strategic relationship accelerates our mission to make real estate more transparent, technology-led, data-driven, and accessible for every buyer, seller, investor, and agent. At RealSearch, we’re already elevating the property experience with immersive 3D aerial views, interactive floor plans, and AI-powered insights.

We are honoured to welcome Hayden to RealSearch as we work to advance technology adoption and transparency across the industry.

Our mission is simple: help buyers and sellers make confident property decisions. Hayden’s involvement strengthens our focus on clarity, accuracy, and results for the Australian real estate community.

🌟 10 Interesting Facts About Hayden Groves

• From Sales Consultant to Principal
  Hayden began his journey at Dethridge Groves Real Estate as a sales consultant in the 1990s. Just six years later, in 2004, he became the Principal and sole Director of what is now Ray White Dethridge Groves — leading with integrity, growth, and vision.
  
  
• Award-Winning Agency Leadership
  Under Hayden’s direction, his agency has earned top industry honours — including REIWA Large Agency of the Year (2020), REIWA Marketing & Communications Awards (2020–2022), REIA National Marketing Award (2021)
  
  
• 12 Years on REIWA Council
  Hayden served for over a decade on the Real Estate Institute of WA (REIWA) Council, including three years as President (2015–2018). His leadership helped shape key reforms and drive professionalism across the industry.
  
  
• National Leadership at REIA
  A respected voice nationally, Hayden served as Deputy President (2014–2021) and later as President (2021–2023) of the Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) — representing agents and agencies nationwide.
  
  
• Advocate for Ethical Standards
  Hayden is a passionate advocate for integrity, transparency, and professionalism in real estate, championing higher standards and greater consumer trust across the industry.
  
  
• REIWA’s Highest Individual Honour
  In 2024, Hayden received the Kevin Sullivan Memorial Award, REIWA’s highest individual accolade, recognising his 25+ years of service and commitment to Western Australia’s real estate community. Also, Hayden received REIA President Award (2025)
  
  
• Academic and Professional Excellence
  He holds an Honours Degree in Politics, is a licensed real estate agent, and a licensed auctioneer — combining academic insight with hands-on expertise.
  
  
• Champion for Fair Workplaces
  As a former President of the Real Estate Employers’ Federation of WA, Hayden has been instrumental in promoting fair and balanced employer–employee relations within the real estate sector.
  
  
• Elected Again to REIWA Council in 2025
  Hayden was re-elected to the REIWA Council in 2025, returning with renewed energy and decades of insight to continue strengthening Western Australia’s real estate industry.
  
  
• Driving Innovation at RealSearch.com.au
  Today, as Founding Advisor at RealSearch, Hayden brings his deep industry insight to guide AI-driven innovation, transparency, and collaboration between agents, buyers, and investors across Australia.